Determine whether the equation is an identity, a conditional equation, or an inconsistent equation.
-$$18 x + 8 ( x + 1 ) = 26 ( x + 1 ) - 18$$
A) Identity
B) Conditional equation
C) Inconsistent equation

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The equation simplifies to an identity because both sides reduce to the same expression when simplified. Expanding both sides gives $18x + 8x + 8 = 26x + 26 - 18$, which simplifies to $26x + 8 = 26x + 8$, showing that the equation holds true for all values of $x$.

Determine Whether the Equation Is an Identity, a Conditional Equation 18x+8(x+1)=26(x+1)−1818 x + 8 ( x + 1 ) = 26 ( x + 1 ) - 1818x+8(x+1)=26(x+1)−18

Determine Whether the Equation Is an Identity, a Conditional Equation $18 x + 8 ( x + 1 ) = 26 ( x + 1 ) - 18$